Post-16 SEND Teaching Assistant – Growth & Impact

inploi; Leigh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Expanse Learning, a Post-16 SEND College, is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for Orrell and Leigh sites. You will support students under the supervision of teachers, help prepare learning resources, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that promotes independence and progression into adulthood.

We value compassionate, motivated colleagues who can build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years experience supporting individuals with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
• Understanding of SEND needs including profound and complex needs.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• To hold a Level 3 Learning Support Qualification or willingness to undertake.
• To hold Level 2 or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Support the students under the supervision of the teacher.
• Assisting in the preparation of learning resources.
• Encourage students' confidence, self-esteem, and independence.
• Encouraging students to communicate with one another and with staff.
• Support students in transition preparation for adulthood.

Skills

SEND support experience

SEND knowledge

Time management

Communication skills

Level 3 Learning Support Qualification

English & Maths Level 2

Deadline management

Team collaboration

External organisation knowledge

Education

Level 3 Learning Support Qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Expanse Learning, a Post-16 SEND College, is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for Orrell and Leigh sites. You will support students under the supervision of teachers, help prepare learning resources, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that promotes independence and progression into adulthood.

We value compassionate, motivated colleagues who can build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.